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Adam Sandler Offers Derrick Henry Film Role for 2,000-Yard Season

Confirmed via video by Adam Sandler through Dan Patrick, the incentive marks an unusual effort to push Henry past his 1,921-yard output last season.

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Overview

  • Adam Sandler sent a video message to Derrick Henry this week promising him a role in an upcoming movie and a dinner if he rushes for over 2,000 yards in the 2025 NFL season.
  • Dan Patrick facilitated the introduction after Henry told him that Sandler was his favorite actor and that he wanted to meet him.
  • Henry narrowly missed the milestone in 2024-25, finishing with 1,921 rushing yards in his first season with the Baltimore Ravens.
  • The five-time Pro Bowler and 2020 AP Offensive Player of the Year previously topped 2,000 yards in 2020 with the Tennessee Titans.
  • Henry recently signed a $30 million extension with the Ravens, underscoring his value as he pursues this rare season milestone.